Lead Tax Accountant Job at QBE

QBE Sun Prairie, WI 53596

$98,000 - $146,000 a year
Primary Details
Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Lead the delivery of accurate tax reporting by gathering and analyzing financial information from various sources and ensuring tax returns are appropriately filed to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and requirements.
  • Primary Responsibilities

    • Prepare/review quarterly tax provisions prepared under AIFRS and STAT including book to tax reconciliations, deferred tax roll forwards, ETR calculations, current and deferred expense calculations, tax account roll forwards/reconciliations
    • Prepare/review federal and state income tax returns and workpapers for P&C insurance and non-insurance companies
    • Prepare/review calculations of federal and state quarterly estimates and extensions and remit payments and forms to taxing authorities
    • Manage federal and state tax authority audits
    • Analyze tax issues relating to acquisitions or disposals including structuring and due diligence
    • Champion process improvement by evaluating current processes, identifying weaknesses & opportunities and implementing new procedures
    • Support team member development by assisting with integration of new associates, sharing knowledge, resolving questions and providing recommendations on best practices within area of responsibility to support the achievement of business objectives

    Required Education

    • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

    Required Experience

    • 7 years relevant experience

    Preferred Competencies/Skills

    • Appropriately prioritize assigned tasks to ensure timely goal achievement
    • Work with people at different levels within the organization to accomplish a common goal
    • Create and maintain current, accurate and readily accessible data in various formats
    • Monitor short and long term impact of contributions and ensure accuracy and adherence to long-term goals
    • Implement reports to provide access to critical system information
    • High degree of financial acumen and awareness of financial responsibility
    • Analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems
    • Influence and collaborate with people at different levels within the organization to accomplish a common goal
    • Use internal and external resources to gather, analyze and reorganize information
    • High attention to detail

    Preferred Education

    • Master's Degree

    Preferred Experience

    • Experience in tax department of a property and casualty insurance company or tax practice of a mid-tier or Big 4 accounting firm working with property and casualty insurance companies

    Preferred Licenses/Certifications

    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

    Preferred Knowledge

    • Knowledge of tax accounting principles under ASC 740 and SSAP 101
    • Knowledge of tax and accounting software including: Corptax Compliance and Provision, PeopleSoft/ Oracle Fusion, and Hyperion Tax Provision; and data aggregation tools such as Alteryx and Power BI
    • Advanced knowledge of federal and state tax regulations and compliance
    • Advanced working knowledge of finance and finance principles

    QBE Cultural DNA

    • Everything we do at QBE is underpinned by our DNA (which interlinks seven cultural elements) – because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. We expect all employees to role model and inspire the right behaviours that link to our cultural elements:-We are customer-focused-We are technical experts-We are inclusive-We are fast-paced-We are courageous-We are accountable-We are a teamAll employees are expected to adhere to QBE’s Code of Ethics and Conduct and apply sound risk management practices

    US Only - Travel Frequency

    • Infrequent (approximately 1-4 trips annually)

    US Only - Physical Demands

    • General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.

    US Only - Disclaimer

    • To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

    Job Type

    • Individual Contributor

    Global Disclaimer

    • The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee’s normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.
    Compensation
    Base pay offered will vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location and business needs
    Annual Salary Range: $98,000 - $146,000
    AL, AR, AZ, Fresno, CA, CO (Remote), FL, GA, IA, ID, IL (Remote), IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV and WY
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    Annual Salary Range: $108,000 - $161,000
    CA (Remote, Irvine and Woodland), Greenwood Village CO, CT, Chicago IL, MA, MD, NY (Remote), RI, Houston TX and WA
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    Annual Salary Range: $123,000 - $183,000
    San Francisco CA, NJ and New York City NY
    Benefit Highlights
    You are more than your work – and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why QBE provides you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. Employees scheduled over 30 hours a week will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health.
    We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution and a paid-time off program. In addition, our paid-family and care-giver leaves are available to support our employees and their families. Regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance.
    QBE recognizes that exemplary benefits extend beyond benefits coverage and compensation. Flexibility in your working environment is important to maintaining balance and QBE is dedicated to ensuring employees achieve personal and professional integration by providing the opportunity for hybrid work arrangements.
How to Apply:
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.



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